Sweet Almond Oil
Price range: $7.90 through $38.90Extracted from riped seeds of sweet almonds (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), Sweet Almond Oil is a great source of Omega-9 and Omega-6 fatty acid. It can be used topically to heal skin burns, soothe dry, chapped skin, and many other skin ailments. Sweet Almond Oil is also beneficial to skin affected by dermatosis, eczema, and psoriasis.
Due to its lightweight nature, Sweet Almond Oil is also popular among massage therapists as it helps in improving skin’s appearance while providing intense softness to the skin. It is also an excellent base oil for soap, skin care, and lotion since it is rich in Vitamin E and other nutrient-rich lipids.
Castor Oil
Price range: $6.90 through $36.90Castor Oil is derived from the seeds of Castor Oil Plant (Ricinus Communis) that grows in tropical regions such as India. It is traditionally used as lubricant and binding agent in cosmetic formulations. Medicinally, it is used as a laxative.
Due to its highly viscous nature, Castor Oil can also be used to moisturize dry skin as it penetrates deep into the skin tissue and nourishes it with fatty acids. It is often used for massage oils, general skin/scalp care, eyelash growth and in homemade soaps. This is an USP (United States Pharmacopeial Convention) grade Castor Oil.
Apricot Oil
Price range: $7.90 through $36.90Extracted from kernels of Apricot (Prunus Armeniaca), Apricot Oil is a rich source of Omega-9 and Omega-6 fatty acid similar to Almond Oil. It can be used topically to moisturize dry and sensitive skin, smooth out blemishes and wrinkles, as well as aid in other symptoms typical of maturing skin.
Like Almond Oil, Apricot Oil is also used by massage therapists due to its lightweight nature which absorbs into skin easily and does not leave a greasy feeling. Apricot Kernel Oil is a good alternative to Sweet Almond Oil for individuals with nut allergies.
Jojoba Oil
Price range: $9.90 through $56.90Jojoba Oil is derived from seeds of the Jojoba plant (Simmondsia Chinensis). It is non-comedogenic (will not clog pores), and has a huge range of uses and benefits. It is said to closely resemble the sebum of the skin, and is rich in Vitamin E.
Jojoba can be used to remove makeup, treat dandruff, use as a body lotion, hair conditioner, and massage oil. In fact, Jojoba Oil is recognized as one of the world’s best massage oils as it is lightweight and can be quickly absorbed into the skin where they form a protective shield around the skin cells, preventing them from losing any additional moisture.
White Melt & Pour Soap Base
Price range: $16.90 through $52.90A milky and creamy pure opaque soap base made from vegetable oils combined with NaOH.
It is unscented form and can be added with essential or carrier oils.
Crystal Clear Melt & Pour Soap Base
Price range: $16.90 through $52.90A crystal clear base soap made from vegetable oils combined with NaOH.
It is unscented form and can be added with essential or carrier oils.
Organic Liquid Castile Soap
Price range: $7.13 through $38.85A true vegetable oil liquid soap, Stephensons bodywash base is derived from organic oils and blended with gentle surfectants.
Product Characteristics
- Contains a true liquid soap derived from organic Sunflower and Coconut oil
- Blended with gentle surfactants to provide a creamy lather
- Contains organic glycerin derived from Sunflower Oil & Coconut Oil
- Natural clear/translucent pale yellow color
- Fully formulated base that only requires the addition of fragrance or essential oil
- Contains skin re-fatting ingredient from Palm Kernel providing a pleasant skin feel
- Pre-thickened, but can be made thicker with addition of common salt (Sodium Chloride) if necessary
